TN Visa Assistant Controller Jobs
Assistant Controller roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Accountant category, which covers financial reporting, internal controls, and accounting oversight work. Canadian citizens can apply at the border with no annual cap; Mexican citizens require a U.S. consular appointment. A relevant accounting degree and a U.S. employer job offer are required.
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Department: Accounting
Reports To: Controller
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
The Assistant Controller performs highly responsible work in the area of accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounting data, accounting records, financial reporting and general accounting services, while assisting and providing professional support to the Accounting Controller.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close
- Assists in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes; ensures accurate reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
- Assists in the preparation and distribution of monthly financial reporting package (e.g., consolidating P&L, balance sheet, cash activity, budget-to-actual variance summaries, and key metrics).
- Assists in the preparation of consolidated financial statements (including footnotes/supporting schedules, as applicable) and required debt covenant reporting.
- Provide analytical review of revenue, expense, and balance sheet activity; identify trends, risks, and actionable recommendations.
Audit, Compliance, and Governance
- Assists in the coordination of the annual financial statement audit and any required program/other audits; serve as primary liaison with external auditors.
- Assists in maintaining and enhancing internal controls and accounting policies/procedures to safeguard University assets (including restricted funds, endowment, grants, and capital activity).
- Support regulatory and compliance reporting (e.g., surveys, institutional reporting, and other required filings as applicable).
Accounting Operations Oversight
- Support Accounts Payable functions to ensure accurate, timely processing and compliance with policy.
- Assists in the oversight of general accounting operations and services, including the integrity of accounting records, chart of accounts, fixed assets, and applicable reconciliations.
- Partner with campus stakeholders to ensure correct accounting treatment and consistent processes.
Endowment, Investments, Debt, and Specialized Accounting
- Oversee recording and reporting of endowment and investment activity, including fair value / market-to-market accounting and related reporting.
- Maintain schedules and accounting support for debt, debt compliance, and related reporting.
- Support accounting for auxiliary enterprises and any University-related entities (including commercial real estate interests, where applicable).
Financial Systems & Process Improvement
- Assists in the assessments of financial system needs and implements improvements (e.g., Banner Finance configurations, reporting tools, workflow enhancements).
- Assists in the establishment and maintenance accounting operations procedures, user guidance, and training to promote consistent practices and data integrity.
Leadership & Management
- Support hiring, performance management and professional development for the accounting team.
- Serve on project teams as assigned; perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA preferred.
- 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience; not-for-profit and/or higher education experience strongly preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of experience preparing GAAP financial statements; experience with not-for-profit GAAP strongly preferred.
- Experience preparing consolidated statements and supporting audit engagements.
- Experience with investment accounting and fair value concepts; experience with debt compliance reporting preferred.
- ERP experience required; Ellucian Banner Finance experience preferred.
- Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively across campus; able to manage multiple deadlines.
Additional Information:
Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University, visit hc.edu.
The University has implemented its Ten Pillars vision (hc.edu/vision) and anticipates significant growth in student enrollment and university programs. The successful candidate will also be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline at HCU that is supportive of the Ten Pillars vision statement.
Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.
Disclaimer
Background checks are performed on every new hire. If your application is selected to continue with the interviewing process you will be required to submit a Background Check form. If you decline, your application may be denied. By proceeding with the online application you understand and accept this process.
Position Title: Assistant Controller
Department: Accounting
Reports To: Controller
FLSA Status: Exempt
Position Summary
The Assistant Controller performs highly responsible work in the area of accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounting data, accounting records, financial reporting and general accounting services, while assisting and providing professional support to the Accounting Controller.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Close
- Assists in the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes; ensures accurate reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules.
- Assists in the preparation and distribution of monthly financial reporting package (e.g., consolidating P&L, balance sheet, cash activity, budget-to-actual variance summaries, and key metrics).
- Assists in the preparation of consolidated financial statements (including footnotes/supporting schedules, as applicable) and required debt covenant reporting.
- Provide analytical review of revenue, expense, and balance sheet activity; identify trends, risks, and actionable recommendations.
Audit, Compliance, and Governance
- Assists in the coordination of the annual financial statement audit and any required program/other audits; serve as primary liaison with external auditors.
- Assists in maintaining and enhancing internal controls and accounting policies/procedures to safeguard University assets (including restricted funds, endowment, grants, and capital activity).
- Support regulatory and compliance reporting (e.g., surveys, institutional reporting, and other required filings as applicable).
Accounting Operations Oversight
- Support Accounts Payable functions to ensure accurate, timely processing and compliance with policy.
- Assists in the oversight of general accounting operations and services, including the integrity of accounting records, chart of accounts, fixed assets, and applicable reconciliations.
- Partner with campus stakeholders to ensure correct accounting treatment and consistent processes.
Endowment, Investments, Debt, and Specialized Accounting
- Oversee recording and reporting of endowment and investment activity, including fair value / market-to-market accounting and related reporting.
- Maintain schedules and accounting support for debt, debt compliance, and related reporting.
- Support accounting for auxiliary enterprises and any University-related entities (including commercial real estate interests, where applicable).
Financial Systems & Process Improvement
- Assists in the assessments of financial system needs and implements improvements (e.g., Banner Finance configurations, reporting tools, workflow enhancements).
- Assists in the establishment and maintenance accounting operations procedures, user guidance, and training to promote consistent practices and data integrity.
Leadership & Management
- Support hiring, performance management and professional development for the accounting team.
- Serve on project teams as assigned; perform other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA preferred.
- 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience; not-for-profit and/or higher education experience strongly preferred.
- Minimum 2 years of experience preparing GAAP financial statements; experience with not-for-profit GAAP strongly preferred.
- Experience preparing consolidated statements and supporting audit engagements.
- Experience with investment accounting and fair value concepts; experience with debt compliance reporting preferred.
- ERP experience required; Ellucian Banner Finance experience preferred.
- Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate effectively across campus; able to manage multiple deadlines.
Additional Information:
Houston Christian University is an independent, private Christian liberal arts institution with a diverse student body. It has access to all the cultural advantages of one of the largest metropolitan centers in the country. For more information about the University, visit hc.edu.
The University has implemented its Ten Pillars vision (hc.edu/vision) and anticipates significant growth in student enrollment and university programs. The successful candidate will also be able to articulate a vision for the role of his or her discipline at HCU that is supportive of the Ten Pillars vision statement.
Houston Christian University is committed to maintaining a teaching faculty and staff who share an active Christian faith. The Preamble to the By-Laws of the University sets forth a statement of belief which each University employee is expected to support and personify. Your submittal of an application for employment indicates your acceptance and affirmation of these statements.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements of personnel.
Disclaimer
Background checks are performed on every new hire. If your application is selected to continue with the interviewing process you will be required to submit a Background Check form. If you decline, your application may be denied. By proceeding with the online application you understand and accept this process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Assistant Controller
Verify your credentials meet Accountant classification
TN visa sponsorship for Assistant Controller roles requires classification under the Accountant category. Your degree must be in accounting or a directly related field. A finance or business degree without accounting coursework can draw a CBP challenge at entry.
Target employers experienced with visa sponsorship
Multinational corporations, public companies, and large regional CPA-audited firms have experience sponsoring work visas and understand visa-eligible roles like Accountant. Their HR and legal teams are familiar with visa sponsorship processes, which streamlines hiring since internal approval chains already know what's needed for work visa candidates.
Build your support letter around accounting duties
Your employer's support letter must map your Assistant Controller duties, such as month-end close, financial statement preparation, and internal audit oversight, directly to the USMCA Accountant classification. Generic job description language that mirrors a broad finance manager role weakens your case.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsorship-ready employers
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers actively listing Assistant Controller roles with TN visa sponsorship. Filtering by sponsorship readiness saves you from approaching companies whose HR teams have no process in place for USMCA-based work authorization.
Prepare for CBP scrutiny on supervisory scope
Assistant Controller roles that include significant people management can prompt CBP questions about whether the position truly requires accounting expertise or functions primarily as a general manager. Bring documentation showing your technical accounting responsibilities as the core of the role.
Align your offer letter timeline before filing
TN status is tied to the offer letter's stated start date. If your employer's onboarding timeline shifts after you receive CBP approval, you'll need a new support letter reflecting the updated start date before you can begin work legally.
Assistant Controller TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Assistant Controller role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, Assistant Controller positions qualify under the USMCA's Accountant professional category, provided the role centers on accounting functions such as financial reporting, internal controls, general ledger oversight, or audit coordination. Roles where the primary duties shift toward general business management rather than technical accounting can face classification challenges at the border or consulate.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Assistant Controller roles?
For Canadian citizens, the TN visa is significantly more straightforward. There is no lottery, no annual cap, and no multi-month waiting period. You can apply at a port of entry the same day your employer issues a support letter. H-1B visa requires lottery selection, an April registration window, and an October 1 start date at the earliest, making TN far more practical for accounting professionals with a qualifying degree and job offer.
What documents does the employer need to provide for a TN filing?
Your employer must provide a support letter on company letterhead that identifies the position as falling under the USMCA Accountant category, describes your specific accounting duties, states the offered compensation, and confirms the employment period. Supporting documents such as your degree transcripts and professional credentials travel with you as the applicant, not the employer.
Can I find Assistant Controller jobs with TN sponsorship on Migrate Mate?
Yes. Migrate Mate is built specifically to help Canadian and Mexican professionals find U.S. roles where employers are prepared to support TN visa sponsorship. Filtering for Assistant Controller positions on Migrate Mate surfaces listings from employers whose hiring teams are already familiar with the USMCA Accountant category and the documentation required to bring you on.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN sponsorship for an Assistant Controller job?
Yes, but the process differs from the Canadian pathway. Mexican TN applicants must schedule a visa interview at a U.S. consulate in Mexico rather than applying at a port of entry. The USMCA imposes an annual cap of 5,500 TN visas for Mexican nationals, so timing your application and securing a consulate appointment early in the fiscal year matters for planning your start date.